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SalaryPIX11 News has an exciting new opening for a Senior News Producer!
This is a Monday-Friday dayside position.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned veteran of broadcast television – specifically local news.
Past experience in special projects and leadership is a plus.
The Senior News Producer will work with the Dayside Executive Producer and other managers to re-imagine an existing PIX11 newscast with a unique approach, setting it apart from the competition. This role will require big ideas and bold storytelling methods. The Senior News Producer will be expected to fully utilize PIX11’s state-of-the-art studio in the production of daily newscasts and special events.
PIX11 News is located in the heart of Midtown, in the historic News Building on 42nd Street.
Come be a part of the hardest-working local news team in the nation’s biggest media market!
Duties:
- Produce newscasts for PIX11 News
- Write headlines, setups, stories, teases and more
- Edit/create and request graphic and video elements to supplement news coverage
- Craft a dynamic newscast full of memorable moments and stylized production
- Contribute editorial and production ideas
- Ensure balance in news coverage
- Work with Creative Services on newscast promotion
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in news operations (Depending on market size)
- Knowledge of NYC media market preferred, but not required
- Prior experience producing special projects and events preferred, but not required
- Proficiency with electronic news gathering systems such as ENPS, BitCentral, Latakoo, AP Newsroom and Daybook
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Flexibility to work any shift – including overnights, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000
